Ethereum ETF issuers expect staking to be greenlit soon: Joe Lubin
Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin says issuers are confident that staked Ether ETFs will be approved under new SEC leadership.
US Sentences Indian National to Prison for $20M Crypto Laundering Scheme
The U.S. sentenced an Indian cryptocurrency vendor to 121 months in prison for laundering over $20 million through darknet platforms and an international hawala network. Cryptocurrency Laundering Scheme Ends in Prison Sentence The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Jan. 17 that Anurag Pramod Murarka, a 30-year-old Indian national, has been sentenced to 121 … Read more
Optimism (OP) Faces Continued Decline but Analysts Suggest Potential Rebound Possibilities
Optimism’s (OP) market struggle continues as prevailing bearish sentiments have seen its price drop significantly over the past month. The altcoin has faced tremendous selling pressure, with analysts cautiously exploring the potential for future rebounds. According to recent insights from COINOTAG, “active addresses on the Optimism network have seen a notable decline, indicating weakening user … Read more
US crypto stocks close down as industry still awaiting Trump action
US crypto stocks closed Jan. 21 down across the board as President Donald Trump is yet to action his promised plans for the industry.
After Ulbricht’s Pardon, Will Roger Ver Be Next? Elon Musk Weighs In
With U.S. President Donald Trump granting clemency to Ross Ulbricht, online discussions have sparked a wave of discussions about whether Trump might extend a similar pardon to Roger Ver. Social media platforms and forums have been abuzz with the topic, even prompting a response from X owner Elon Musk, who stated he would “inquire” when … Read more
Qubetics ($TICS), Ethereum, and Binance Driving Blockchain Growth
The cryptocurrency world never stands still, with innovation and opportunity around every corner. For those looking to make informed choices, identifying the top cryptos to join this week can feel like navigating a storm of options. Among the standout contenders are Qubetics ($TICS), Ethereum, and Binance. Qubetics is redefining blockchain with its seamless interoperability, addressing … Read more
UAE Crypto Firm Admits to Wash Trading on Uniswap Following FBI Sting Operation
A UAE-based self-styled crypto market maker has admitted to orchestrating an elaborate wash trading scheme that fooled U.S. investors by generating millions in fake trading volume through automated self-dealing on Uniswap. CLS Global is expected to plead guilty to market manipulation and wire fraud charges after falling for an FBI sting operation, federal prosecutors in … Read more
SEC Forms Task Force to Establish Clearer Crypto Regulations
The SEC launches a groundbreaking crypto task force, aiming to replace reactive enforcement with clear, innovation-friendly regulations. Led by “Crypto Mom,” Hester Peirce, this initiative promises seismic shifts in the digital asset landscape. Clearer Crypto Guidelines Ahead as SEC Forms New Task Force: ‘The SEC Can Do Better’ The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) … Read more
Trump announces $500B AI infrastructure venture ‘Stargate’
The Stargate project will be led by OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle, while Microsoft and Nvidia will be key initial technology partners.
Ross Ulbricht Is Free: A Victory for Bitcoin and Freedom
Follow Allen on X. In a landmark decision that sent waves through the Bitcoin community, President Donald Trump has granted a full and unconditional pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the creator of the Silk Road darknet marketplace. Delivered on January 21, 2025—one day later than his campaign promise—this pardon goes beyond merely commuting Ulbricht’s sentence. It’s … Read more